Catering Officer

Location: Civic Centre

• Expression of Interest - INTERNAL ONLY
• Casual work opportunity
• $32.75-$37.66 per hour + 25% casual loading fee

About the role

This position serves as the main point of contact for the successful management of the Council meetings and workshops from initial planning phases through to function delivery and completion. This position will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and support the coordination of Council meetings and workshops.

• Acts as the point of contact during the meeting/workshops
• Ensuring all catering requirements for meetings and workshops are arranged.
• Set-Up and Pack-Down of furniture and equipment before and after.
• Adapt and handle changes or unexpected situations that may arise during the meeting/workshop.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and health and safety legislation and guidelines.
• Ensure a high standard of venue presentation and cleanliness.
• Work independently, take initiative and achieve tasks autonomously.
• Undertake any other duties as may be requested for the smooth operation of the meeting/workshop.

Hours of work: On council meeting/workshops dates from 4:45pm – until pack down, following the end of the meeting/workshop.

About the person 
The successful candidate should have:

• Quick thinking and the ability to troubleshoot issues on the spot.
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A professional and proactive approach with a positive attitude.
• A genuine passion for providing excellent customer service.
• Strong communication skills.
• Smart-casual attire required.
• Currently hold, or willing to obtain, a Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate and Food Safety Certificate.
• Previous experience in a restaurant, hospitality, or event setting (desired).

What’s on offer

We are offering an hourly rate between $32.75- $37.66+ 25% casual loading and penalties.

Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description here, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Chantelle Bills (02) 9911 6242 or email: chantelle.bills@canadabay.nsw.gov.au 

How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online by clicking 'begin' below. Applications close 11:30pm, Wednesday 2 July 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium. Please attach a brief cover letter on how you meet the requirements of a Catering Officer.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on 02 9121 0238  or email  grace.aberin@canadabay.nsw.gov.au to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace. 

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups. 

 “Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks”.